Meet our childcare professionals and support staff
Louise Gourmelen
Playgroup Manager
As Playgroup Manager, I provide mindful leadership to ensure that our values of 'Community' and 'Play' underpin our service provision for children, and that children stay at the heart of everything we do, in partnership with their families and carers. I work with parents on the Committee to continually improve and develop the service to meet the needs of families.
I bring diverse professional experience and education to my role, including a specific practice qualification in Childhood Practice. My practice is child-led, playful and kind, always respecting the rights of the child as an individual. My special research interests are in play, children's participation and creative arts practice in Early Learning and Care.
I live in the local community and, also as a parent, care about preserving our community spaces for children of all ages.
Gemma Walker
Lead Early Years Practitioner
Fahmida Yasmin
Early Years Practitioner
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic member of the Holy Corner Practitioner team. I work 5 mornings at the Playgroup.
Through my work experience in many nursery schools and after-school clubs I have built strong relationships with parents and children.
During my time in nursery schools, I have worked with a vast range of people from different backgrounds and I have worked closely both with my colleagues and stakeholders daily.
I have great communication skills with the ability to communicate with people of all ages from different backgrounds and cultures due to speaking four languages Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi and English.
Frances Taylor
Early Years Practitioner
I have 15 years of experience working in early childhood and I’m also a proud mum of two boys. I love supporting children’s interests through outdoor play and sensory experiences, helping them learn, explore, and grow in a fun and nurturing way.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading and spending time with friends and family . I look forward to getting to know you and your family and working together to support your child’s learning journey.
